Hi all. First off, apologies. I have searched the forums and I know that this a well worn topic. I've read all the threads, but I have some questions that they don't answer. To start with, here's what I'm trying to do ...
I need to fit a cat flap. I initially planned to put it through our upvc rear door, but this has a raised square 'embossed' pattern on it. I'd have to cut through this, and have been told by numerous windows / door ppl that I would not be able to weather proof it afterwards. I cannot afford to replace the panel in the door, so I am now considering going through the wall. I am fortunate in that we have a small extension at the back of the house that contains a 2nd toilet, and the wall is only single brick thickness. I decided that putting a hole through that would be the simpler, and cheaper option. What I am not clear on is how to attach the flap to the wall. I have read in a number of threads that ppl construct a tunnel using plywood.
Assuming that I have made the hole in the wall, would I then make the tunnel, and screw the flap to the plywood ?
Presumably I should weatherproof the wood somehow - whats the best way to do that ?
Should I line the hole with some damp course ?
Apologies, I know these are begineer questions really. I really don't what to fork out for someone else to do this, it's a simple task I know I could do for myself. I just need some tips Any advice, pics etc would be very much appreciated.
Matt.
I need to fit a cat flap. I initially planned to put it through our upvc rear door, but this has a raised square 'embossed' pattern on it. I'd have to cut through this, and have been told by numerous windows / door ppl that I would not be able to weather proof it afterwards. I cannot afford to replace the panel in the door, so I am now considering going through the wall. I am fortunate in that we have a small extension at the back of the house that contains a 2nd toilet, and the wall is only single brick thickness. I decided that putting a hole through that would be the simpler, and cheaper option. What I am not clear on is how to attach the flap to the wall. I have read in a number of threads that ppl construct a tunnel using plywood.
Assuming that I have made the hole in the wall, would I then make the tunnel, and screw the flap to the plywood ?
Presumably I should weatherproof the wood somehow - whats the best way to do that ?
Should I line the hole with some damp course ?
Apologies, I know these are begineer questions really. I really don't what to fork out for someone else to do this, it's a simple task I know I could do for myself. I just need some tips Any advice, pics etc would be very much appreciated.
Matt.